Strident News
News, case studies and white papers from Strident in 2022.
27 November 2022
Number matching increases security
Microsoft Authenticator is adding number matching to improve security. Find out what this means for your business.
22 November 2022
Do you need to backup Microsoft 365?
Yes. Although keeping you data in the cloud offers some protection you still need to backup your online data.
17 October 2022
Strident enhance customer service through cloud-based systems
Novus Integration needed a robust and secure remote management system. As Microsoft Azure Certified experts, Strident developed a bespoke solution quickly and effectively.
7 October 2022
Microsoft increases account security
Microsoft has announced that it will enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) on all Microsoft and 365 accounts. Find out more
27 September 2022
Strident can now remotely monitor all your network peripherals
Our Advanced Monitoring Agent is able to continuously monitor network peripherals in addition to the PCs and servers on the network, allowing you to get on with running your business.
12 September 2022
Adobe software now available through Strident
Businesses can now further simplify their software licensing by purchasing Adobe software through Strident in one unified monthly bill.
6 September 2022
Improved security for Exchange prevents password-only access
Microsoft is removing basic authentication for Exchange Online and this will affect all businesses that store their email in Microsoft's cloud. Find out more.
25 August 2022
Strident secures Cyber Essentials Plus
We have once again completed our Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Prevention is definitely better than the cure.
13 August 2022
Microsoft updates its 365 subscriptions for charities
Microsoft is increasing the pricing of Microsoft 365 for non-profit customers. Microsoft 365 can only be purchased on an annual subscription now.
27 July 2022
Prove you care about customer data with Cyber Essentials Plus
We have a proven path to success and Strident have found the process very beneficial to their businesses.
18 July 2022
Proving our skills
We're continuously investing in our colleagues' skills to ensure the best service for our customers, with further certification in Microsoft Teams and 365.
15 June 2022
Record calls and search contents easily
Recording calls is great for training, compliance and dispute resolution but simply having a long list of audio files makes reviewing and searching call content a laborious process. Dubber solves the problem.
7 June 2022
Call Monitor offers detailed insights into call handling
Moving your telephone system online can enhance the performance of your business. Our Call Monitor system allows you to review the performance of your team easily.
UK telephone network will go fully digital
The UK is moving to full fibre in 2025 at which point OpenReach will switch off the copper-wired PTSN and ISDN network. Be ready with Office 365 Business with Voice.
16 May 2022
Internet Explorer no longer supported from 15 June 2022
Microsoft's Internet Explorer 11 will no longer be supported (that means now security updates) from 15 June 2022. Time to move to Edge.
28 April 2022
Cycling 444 miles for Blood Cancer UK
We're delighted to support some of our customers who are cycling 444 miles across 4 countries in 4 days to raise money for Blood Cancer UK. Find out more.
21 April 2022
Microsoft is ending support for Office 2013
Microsoft is recommending customers move to Microsoft 365 Apps that can help improve productivity. Find out more.
13 April 2022
Microsoft 365 subscriptions increase for charities
Effective on 1 September 2022, Microsoft is increasing the pricing of Microsoft 365 for nonprofit customers. Find out more.
4 April 2022
Strengthening our Cloud skills
Senior Strident engineer, Chris Butler, has completed his Microsoft Azure Certification. We professionally manage virtual servers and desktops.
31 March 2022
Nathaniel joins the team
Nathaniel Wright joins the Strident helpdesk team. Find out more.
16 March 2022
LinkedIn integrated into Teams
Microsoft Teams will begin to integrate LinkedIn into its operation. Find out more.
8 March 2022
Win fabulous prizes in a raffle to raise money for Alzheimer's.
Prime Appointments raising money for its Alzheimer's charity. Find out more.
27 February 2022
Shelbourne Reynolds Engineering enhance security with DUO
Following a cyber security review, Shelbourne wanted to enhance security without adding complications for users. Find out more.
4 February 2022
Currock proves its IT security
David Savage, IT Manager at Currock, explains "We deal with sensitive information and our customers are beginning to require Cyber Essentials Plus certification as a minimum." Find out more
27 January 2022
Authentication that works on start up
Duo multifactor authentication works as soon as you start up your PC, offering increased protection for desktops and laptops. Find out more
